Senior Master Data Analyst

Smithfield Foods
Smithfield, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/22/2024 CLOSED ON 7/31/2024

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Your Opportunity

The Senior Master Data Analyst will serve as Smithfield’s visible master data evangelist for sound data governance policies and procedures.

Core Responsibilities

  • Data Creation and Maintenance
    • Executes master data creation and maintenance in accordance with established standard operating procedures, templates/mapping documents, service level objectives, and project plans.
    • Completes/processes SAP loads utilizing data workflow tools, load templates and corresponding programs, mass change transactions, and/or direct entry depending on the situation.
    • Includes some evening/weekend work to minimize impact to the business.
  • Data Governance
    • Enforces gatekeeper processes requiring appropriate data and approvals to ensure SOX compliance.
    • Upholds master data standards by validating/normalizing/cleansing data to ensure adherence to technical and business rules, naming conventions, abbreviations, etc.
    • Runs error reports and/or pulls data to identify inconsistencies and load corrections.
    • Performs periodic data audits.
    • Searches for methods to continuously improve data accuracy/consistency.
  • Data Resource
    • Functions as a master data knowledge resource by helping the business understand master data and the data workflow tools used to request adds/changes (level 1 support).
    • Provides knowledge and guidance on data structure and dependencies.
    • Documents data issues engaging Manager to assist in working with the business and technical teams as needed to reach resolution.
    • Provides business and third parties such as customers, warehouses, and consultants with ad hoc reporting as directed.
    • Recommends reports to automate.
  • Data Initiatives
    • Assists Manager to work with the business and technical teams to understand rules and implement data setup for new requirements due to system enhancements, process improvements, and/or business rule changes.
    • Provides support for testing and implementation.
  • Data Documentation
    • Maintains logs/shared LAN files to document master data activity for projects, status reports, and SOX compliance.
    • Creates/maintains standard operating procedures, user request forms, and other documentation to promote data consistency.
  • Data Skill Building
    • Provides cross-training/shares knowledge with teammates to build skills across the master data team.
    • Continuously improves knowledge of master data to better understand how data elements are used both technically and by the business.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

  • Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited four-year college or university and 5 years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
  • Advanced user of Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
  • Experienced user of SAP and DSP (Data Stewardship Platform)
  • Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Highest level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills, and a strong work ethic.
  • Proven success working in a team environment.
  • Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-changing environment.
  • Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment
  • Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment

EEO/AA Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.

Salary Range

$67,500.00 - $100,500.00

Salary : $67,500 - $100,500

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